Byron Bay Equine Therapy & Psychology
236 Nashua Rd, Nashua NSW 2487
- Clinic
- Comes to you
- Online sessions
About Byron Bay Equine Therapy & Psychology
Byron Bay Equine Therapy & Psychology offers psychology, counselling, and occupational therapy services on an 80-acre farm in Fernleigh, NSW. Certified psychologists, counsellors, and occupational therapists provide evidence-based interventions immersed in nature or in the office, with equine-assisted and nature-based therapeutic sessions available depending on the therapist. They welcome NDIS, Medicare, and private-paying clients.
What's offered
Telehealth sessions
Home or school visits
Clinic sessions
Services provided
Byron Bay Equine Therapy & Psychology lists
- Psychology sessions
- Evidence-based interventions (such as CBT, EMDR) for all ages, immersed in nature or in office settings. Equine-assisted therapy and nature-assisted therapeutic activities may be included. Medicare rebates available with a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
- Counselling with equine-assisted therapy
- Certified counsellors offer a range of modalities including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and autism/ADHD/NDIS disability support. All counsellors offer equine-assisted therapy incorporating horse-connection exercises into sessions.
- Occupational therapy
- Support for children and teens with disabilities, with special focus on ADHD, intellectual disability, and autism. Includes clinic visits, home/school observations, reports, assessments, and stakeholder meetings. Equine-assisted therapy can be incorporated.
Fees
Psychology session (registered psychologist) - full fee
Full fee before Medicare rebate. Significantly lower than the standard rate of $300 recommended by Australian Association of Psychologists Inc.
$240
Psychology session (registered psychologist) - out of pocket cost after Medicare rebate
Full fee $240, Medicare rebate $92.90 if Mental Health Treatment Plan held. Concession available with Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card. Session covers 70-75 minutes including preparation, 50-minute session, and handover.
$143.65
From Byron Bay Equine Therapy & Psychology's website, April 2026. Fees change, so check with the provider before you book.
Get to know Byron Bay Equine Therapy & Psychology
From Byron Bay Equine Therapy & Psychology's website.
Our approach
Therapists offer evidence-based interventions such as CBT and EMDR, delivered in nature-based or office settings, with equine-assisted therapy and nature-based activities incorporated when they support therapeutic goals. Sessions are flexible and available in office, telehealth, and outdoor settings across psychology, counselling, and occupational therapy services. The provider specialises in supporting children and teens with autism, ADHD, emotional regulation, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment difficulties. All practitioners are certified and experienced, working on an 80-acre farm that creates a calm, nature-immersed environment for therapy.
Meet the team
The Child Therapy Team includes Carola de one segura (Child & Teen Psychologist), Clara Tommasone (Child Occupational Therapist), Maxime Willems (Child Counsellor/Equine Therapist), and Kim Wood (Child Animal-Assisted Play Therapist/Counselling Student). All staff are certified and experienced in working with neurodivergent children, autism, ADHD, emotional regulation, anxiety, trauma, and disability support. Each practitioner has specialised expertise and the team collectively supports a wide range of developmental and mental health concerns.
Your first visit
Initial contact is made through the online booking form where you provide information about your child, their support needs and diagnoses, your preferred service type, and funding method. The admin team will contact you to confirm your appointment. Sessions can take place in the office, outdoors, or via telehealth depending on your preference and the therapist's approach. The provider welcomes NDIS, Medicare (for psychology with a Mental Health Treatment Plan), and private-paying clients.
Locations & areas served
Nashua
236 Nashua Rd, Nashua NSW 2487
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- Online sessions
Opening hours
- Mon–Sat
- 9 AM to 7:30 PM
- Sun
- Closed
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